Book Collection: Cook

[Cook]

This one on the left I found yesterday (07-may-11) while shopping for brodarts.
The one on the right is my signed edition.

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My Thinner's
Both US & UK 1st/1st trade ed's
I don't collect much UK, but this had the band.

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My EOTD's 1st/1st (US) trade + Proof

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_13422.jpg

[Randall Flagg]

That looks great.

[Tito_Villa]

That does look great, i really need a new dust jacket for my signed Firestarter!

[frik]

Gorgeous editions!

sk

[biomieg]

Great start of your collection thread, I'm waiting for more!

[Ben Staad]

Great books so far! Keep em coming.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That is one hot book. FIRESTARTER is one of my favorite King novels, and one of my least favorite (to put it extremely mildly) movie adaptations.

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Very nice :thumbsup:

[Merlin1958]

Very Nice!!!! Now keep em coming!!!!


:rock:

[Cook]

Not Stephen king but I really like Bill Kinsella..
Both are 1st/1st trade ed's, the one on the right is signed
Threw in a couple of baseballs for the theme.

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[Brice]

Ummm...is that a Mickey Mantle?

[Brice]

No sir! The Mantle is great though.

[Merlin1958]

Awesome, dude, Just Awesome!!!!!!! Of course I recognize "The Mick", but I have to admit I didn't peg the second. Now that you have posted this I should start posting pics of my Yankee memorabilia in my thread.

I played Charity Golf with Yogi and Lee Mazzilli in N.J.!!!! What an experience!!!!!

[Merlin1958]

Mays???? Really??? That sig looks nothing like his name. No disrespect or anything implied or meant. Nice Item!!!!!!!


I got the "Greatest Team of all time" signed ball, the 1998 New York Yankees!!!!!!!!





Let the debate begin!!!! lol lol

[frik]

Man, you've got some mighty fine books there.
Wish they were here.....

sk

[biomieg]

Nice FIRESTARTER! I have also been on the lookout for a nice copy to upgrade my 'export edition' and I got one yesterday. I don't think mine looks as smooth as yours, though. It has a bit of creasing on the DJ spine ends (no shelfwear and no tears though).

[biomieg]

I will gladly take some pics when my new DEAD ZONE has arrived.

[Merlin1958]

Mine is signed and in my thread!!!!


Beautiful and hard to find copy you got there, Cook!!!!!!


:clap::clap::clap:

[Cook]

I'm not real big into comics, but couldn't pass this up.
Gunslinger Born S/L Jae Lee, #1 of 125,
I think I have most if not all of the signed limited Jae Lee, king comics.
Does anybody have a list I could refer to?

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[biomieg]

Very nice! And I think you will have a good chance of finding a reference list somewhere here: http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/forumdisplay.php?12-The-Comic-Tower

(I'm not sure because I don't collect or read the comics so I don't really visit that part of the forum but Turtlex used to do a thorough job, I think)

[biomieg]

The problem is that Turtlex (who is a 'she', by the way) has not been active online for a long time now. That's why Ari was installed as the new Comic Tower Moderator. Perhaps he will be able to update the checklist.

[Randall Flagg]

The problem is that Turtlex (who is a 'she', by the way) has not been active online for a long time now. That's why Ari was installed as the new Comic Tower Moderator. Perhaps he will be able to update the checklist.
I have the "Checklist", from turtlex, but is in a PDF and I am trying to figure out how to edit/add to it.
Help appreciated.

[Niels]

PM sent

[Randall Flagg]

David (Wizardsrainbow) handles that. Send me a pic of all the Limitation pages and I will edit. :)

[Jimimck]

Just read through the thread. Some awesome books there!
If you are interested in UK editions, check out my thread, I have a few you may like (not for sale or anything lol)

http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showthread.php?11796-Book-Collection-jimimck

Let me know if there are any you are keen to hunt out, as they are more common where I live than US editions, and I'm always happy to try and source some for collectors.

[Niels]

PM sent

Niels,
If you sent me a PM, I never received it.
-Richard

Sorry, PM sent to RF (Comiclist in Word-format)

[Room 217 Caretaker]

Very cool :cool:

[Randall Flagg]

David (Wizardsrainbow) handles that. Send me a pic of all the Limitation pages and I will edit. :)

Seriously? All of them? Ok..
...I just hate showing my collection.
Obviously.:P
I did have smiley at the end of my comment.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

So that's what LSOE looks like! Very nice. I'll have to take the shrinkwrap off of mine one of these days.

[frik]

I'll have to take the shrinkwrap off of mine one of these days.

><

sk

[Cook]

Legends (The "other" Little Sisters of Eluria)

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/My_Legends_79_1_.JPG

http://wwww.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/My_Legends_79_2_.JPG

[ELazansky]

That Legends looks like a really nice book - congrats!

[Randall Flagg]

They bound that book tightly.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That LEGENDS look really nice!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice! Is there a special significance to the number 79 for you? Or is that just the number in the first numbered King book you bought and you want them all the same?

[Ric]

I love the 79 shelf! I'll certainly keep an eye out for any #79s I see.

Great collection!

[Jimimck]

Nice!
I've actually never seen a photo of the front covers before, always just the spines still in the slipcase...

(yes I know there are probably pictures on the catalogue thread)

[Ben Staad]

Nice!
I've actually never seen a photo of the front covers before, always just the spines still in the slipcase...

(yes I know there are probably pictures on the catalogue thread)

Same here never have seen the covers. Just awesome additions to your collection Cook.

[Randall Flagg]

Nice!
I've actually never seen a photo of the front covers before, always just the spines still in the slipcase...

(yes I know there are probably pictures on the catalogue thread)
The Catalog is your friend
http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/showwiki.php?title=Dark+Tower+The+DTVII+-+S+L

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/510/medium/Dark_Tower_Sl_vol_1_face.jpg

[Jimimck]

I knew that post was coming lol

Thanks Jerome :)

[Merlin1958]

Awesome, just absolutely Awesome, Pics and additions to your collection, Cook!!!!!!!!!!!



Bravo!!!!!


Now I'm jealous!!!! LOL LOL

[Tito_Villa]

I LOVE this collection of #79 S/L's!!!

[cgallagh44]

Very Nice!

[Cook]

Merlin, Tito, cgallagh44,
Thanks very much for the kind words.

Here are my DoTT trade ed's (3 signed artist on right)
1 shrinkwrapped center, all have Grant order/mailer.
Obviously I have too many of these

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[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Thanks for the cover pics! Mine are STILL shrinkwrapped!

[frik]

Mine are STILL shrinkwrapped!

Why? Why?? Why?????

sk

[Cook]

Black House S/L'd, is not #79,
One of them is now sold, kept the one on right (shrink-wrap)

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[shnnrc01]

really nice,well done!

[Cook]

My 7th World Fantasy Convention Limited's #79 & #221
This is different sort of cool, on page 79 is a short story "The Bird and the Album", an excerpt from chapter 13 of a work in progress, a new book named "IT".
Of the majority I see listed for sale, the owners have no idea of the number/limitation sheet on the last page.
Also has an advertisement in the back promoting "Cujo"

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[Randall Flagg]

That is cool.

[Niels]

Is it always the same contributers, who signed that limitation sheet (if any)?

[Shannon]

Wow. Some GREAT GREAT stuff here. So jealous. My first DT S/Ls are coming this month. And my Gunslinger second edition is on its way now. Again, wow. :)

[Tito_Villa]

OH MY GOD those are amazing!!!

[Cook]

Is it always the same contributers, who signed that limitation sheet (if any)?

Sorry my error, regarding the Fantasy reader.
I wrote S/L, mine is numbered/limited not signed.
Quite a few were signed by various authors during the event, I don't believe there was ever an attached signature sheet.

Want to sneak in both my UK Schindler's Ark & US Schindler's List books
The UK "ark" is in amazing condition for a true 1st, My US "List" jacket is not great but I'm still quite happy.
For me, these were hard to come by.

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[Randall Flagg]

Great. Congratulations!

[Ben Staad]

Awesome and in fantastic shape. Congrats!

[Shannon]

Very nice. :)

[jhanic]

:thumbsup:

John

[olverts]

Congratulations !
How can you find all these S/L numbered #79 ?

[Ric]

I admire your dedication to hunting down the matching numbers. Adds a little spice to the hunt! :)

[Shannon]

It's been said before, but I find your matching number S/L collection amazing. Me, as a debbie downer would think "There's no way I'll find the same number ..." but you say "FUCK that, I'm doin' it!" Great job :)

[Randall Flagg]

You are doing well on your conquest!

[Shannon]

:drool:

Are there any #79s out there that people just won't part with? Or maybe their asking prices are insane?

[Merlin1958]

Nice Pick-up, Cook!! Gotta respect a "man with a plan"!!

Can you share why #79 is so special? Or is it personal?

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice COLORADO KID! That's one book I'm obsessed with getting all the states of. Never happen, but it's something to do!

[frik]

Same here.
When this book was announced and orders were taken, i did order each and very state, including the three lettered editions.
Till I was told only one of these per customer.
So, I ended up with the Potter lettered - which is a lovely book indeed.

sk

[Stockerlone]

Great !!!

[Shannon]

Nice new addition to your collection. You're a monster!

[Jimimck]

Love that 'Salem's Lot!

[Merlin1958]

Nice, my man!!!! Keep up the good work!!

[Cook]

Stuff about King including the Essential Stephen King #79
It's not signed by SK, but has the complete "Childe Roland to the Dark Tower Came" story
Stu at Bettsbooks (original brick & mortar) was kind enough to obtain this number for me.
Book on the far left "Stephen King collectables" was my original Kingfo bible (seriously well used)

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Are there any #79s out there that people just won't part with? Or maybe their asking prices are insane?

Yes & Yes,
Some don't want to bother, It's my passion not theirs
Some are very accommodating, Special thanks to people like Iowabob (pics to come)
Seriously, sometimes it's a lot of work & negotiating.
All I can do is ask, most the time it's fun.

***Update***
S/L Salem's Lot # 79 I no longer own this.
Unfortunately this had to go.

Also thanks to Randall, frik & ur2nd... for the nod

[Merlin1958]

S/L Salem's Lot # 79

At the time I bought this one I thought "Are you Kidding me" $470.00
I've got to be outta my mind... Then, I asked for #79, received #85 (I think, can't exactly remember)
Later saw #79 on eBay for around $1100.00 (I think, can't exactly remember) - bought it
Sold #85 on eBay for around $1000.00 (I think, can't exactly remember)

Also thanks to Randall, frik & ur2nd... for the nod

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/SalemsLot79001.jpg?t=1308502266
http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/SalemsLot79002.jpg?t=1308502300
http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/SalemsLot79003.jpg?t=1308502452

You need a "Dolso" case for that my man!!!!

http://img688.imageshack.us/img688/6629/moreking003.jpg

This pic doesn't do it justice, but let me tell you it is an absolutely awesome case!!!!

[biomieg]

Good stuff, Cook! And don't keep eyeballing that copy of ES for too long... I've been on the verge of pulling the trigger on that one multiple times... I like it a lot...

[biomieg]

Actually, I can't afford to get a copy of ES either... at least not at the moment. Man, it would be great if you could get that #79!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice book! (GAUNTLET 2).

BTW - I here the Mathematical Society of Numbers and Things One Can Count, or MSNTOCO, pronounced "mfffftptui!", is debating on whether or not to eliminate the number 79 from all numerical systems, past, present, future and any and all other dimensions which may be discovered. Tough luck for you! My sympathies.

[Cook]

Michael Whelan's Legends: The Gunslinger #79
This was a scary purchase for me, It arrived in perfect condition !
You never know what condition items will arrive in after delivery gorillas handle it.
(apologies for the reflections)

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[Stockerlone]

Good stuff, Cook! And don't keep eyeballing that copy of ES for too long... I've been on the verge of pulling the trigger on that one multiple times... I like it a lot...

Thanks Biomieg,
Actually, there happens to be one in Europe (#79 ES) that I really really would like to have.
but.. Since I don't own one or have the money to buy one (to offer as an exchange), I'm out of sorts on this one.
Also I haven't even considered approaching the owner yet because of the above mentioned.
My plan was to buy Iowabob's as a possible exchange with cash or whatever, but since I'm down to eating dog food, I figure I'll wait for now.

Merlin1958
The "Dolso" case is amazing, but my Salem's Lot is already slipcase'd ?
Does the Dolso case house the whole thing entirely slipcase and all ?

Regarding NR 79

ES EP 79 probably change with the owner..... good idea. Think Schnie the owner will never ever sell
his nr 79 ES but a change... GOOD idea...

The other 3 German limited SK nr 79 books... The NEBEL... Is maybe one of the destroyed books...
When i see the DADD + Angst nr 79 i info you ... again:onfire:

I remember the ´several´ ES EP original wrapped books, offered from the USA think 2009 all
offered all arround 400 Euros + delivery :arg:

[Ric]

Fantastic pick up! You're on fire!

[Merlin1958]

Great Acquisition!!!!!!


:clap::clap::clap:

[iowabob]

Nice looking Gauntlet 2!

(and the art by that Whelan guy looks pretty good too!)

[Cook]

US trade ed's of Blockade Billy's
Never a big fan of this story but, in for a penny...

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_14681.jpg

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Oh-oh, I forgot about the number 81 fiasco, well, never mind! By the way, that painting is beautiful! Whelan is a fantastic artist.

[olverts]

Great stuff Cook , still very impressed that you can find all these 79 !

[Cook]

He is legend S/L #79
I realized I hadn't actually posted pictures of this one.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/He_is_Legend2.jpg

[Shannon]

:)

[Cook]

Time to post some pictures from The Mason Va. signing back in Sept. (better late than never)
Purchased just for this event.
US 1st/1st The Stand,


http://wwww.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/My_Stand_09-23-11.JPG

[Randall Flagg]

What were the magic words to get King to date the book?

[Cook]

Gunslinger Set


Gunslingers' S/L'd (left), 1st/1st trade ed. is signed (middle back) 1st/2nd trade (middle front)
Has the publishers mail-in card leaning against Gunslinger case.


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This second one also from The Mason Va. signing back in Sept. is my 1st/1st "Gunslinger"
I've have previously posted this.


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Dark Tower II (TDoTT) & VI (SoS) S/L #79

The 1st S/L King book I purchased (DT II) was at an antiquarian event in Portland for about $100, needless to say the disease took over and I was hooked. Not long after there was a another listing on eBay, somebody was breaking up a set of 3 #79's. I asked if I could trade 1 for 3 (plus money) they agreed.

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The Dark Tower III (Wastelands) & VII (The Dark Tower) S/L #79


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This is the last of my Current S/L Dark Towers
Dark Tower IV (Wizard & Glass), V (Wolves of the Calla) #79


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Donald Grant Wolves of the Calla trade & artist ed's

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Sisters - Both S/L'd and Artist #79

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[Ben Staad]

Wonderful additions Cook! Those are items to be very proud of. Congrats.

[Shannon]

Very nice! :)

[olverts]

Very very nice Cook !
Signed copies of those books is something a guy from Sweden only can dream about :)

[Merlin1958]

Awesome, Rich, just awesome!!!!

[Cook]

P.S special thanks to olverts, Randall Flagg, Ben Staad, Merlin'58 & Shannon for all the nods last November.

Years Finest Fantasy w/preview & promo letter.
(Gunslinger short story, first time in hardcover)

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[Cook]

Here is my Carrie, true 1st/1st trade ed, has "(c) $5.95 & P6"
Copy to the left is signed, copy to the right has been sold

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1471.jpg

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/Carrie_20th_B-day.JPG

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[Garrell]

Wow very nice. Glad you finally got one:)

[Shannon]

I like your new additions! How did I "nod" you last November? I can't remember. :(

[Jimimck]

Cook: Looking to move your later printing?

[Merlin1958]

Big Time Congrats!!! I know what that feels like!!! Way to go!!!


:clap::clap::clap:

[The Library Policeman]

Wow! Congratulations. I think that is the best condition 1st/1st Carrie I have ever seen.

[Garrell]

Agree!!!

[Stockerlone]

The Carrie looks PERFEKT !!!

[olverts]

Yes that Carrie looks perfect , congratulations !!!!!

[Garrell]

http://i1118.photobucket.com/albums/k609/garrell7/oregonA.jpg?t=1329857210

[AKC]

Flawless Carrie....

JEALOUS!!!!!!

[Merlin1958]

http://i1118.photobucket.com/albums/k609/garrell7/oregonA.jpg?t=1329857210

Watch out for Notre Dame!!!!!

[Garrell]

LOL, really?

[Shannon]

Great picture. My S/Ls are dwindling, I have ... six? I think ... Oh well, it's for a good cause! lol

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice picture. Let's see...I'll have that LEGENDS and a bag of fries please.

[Merlin1958]

Needed to post my S/L Christine, got it awhile ago.
It's not #79, but it was too good a deal to pass up.

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/SKBookcase001-1.jpg

Big Time Congrats!!!

[Bad Penny]

Absolutely beautiful collection you have there - beautiful (love the signed Moth, awesome) !!! :excited:

[Cook]

*** Updated to include slipcase & 2nd copy ***

Thanks to the Dark Tower.org Family
This is my latest S/L Stephen King !!
It's Signed & it's Limited to me....

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1482.jpg

http://wwww.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1483.jpg

P.S. Thanks everybody for the kind words:
Bad Penny, Merlin1958, ur2ndbiggestfan & Merlin's bastard son :)

[Ben Staad]

Thanks to the Dark Tower.org Family
This is my latest S/L Stephen King !!
It's Signed & it's Limited to me....

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/photo.jpg?t=1339948550

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/photo-1.jpg?t=1339948628

P.S. Thanks everybody for the previous kind words:
Bad Penny, Merlin1958, ur2ndbiggestfan & Merlin's bastard son :)

WOW! That is freaking amazing. I'm thrilled for you and happy that it happened so quickly.

[Garrell]

Beyond awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Stockerlone]

Congrats, it´s AMAZING !!!

[Bad Penny]

Absolutely stellar Richard !!!! Highest order of congratulations to you !!! :clap:

[Merlin1958]

Thanks to the Dark Tower.org Family
This is my latest S/L Stephen King !!
It's Signed & it's Limited to me....

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/photo.jpg?t=1339948550


http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/photo-1.jpg?t=1339948628

P.S. Thanks everybody for the previous kind words:
Bad Penny, Merlin1958, ur2ndbiggestfan & Merlin's bastard son :)

WOW! That is freaking amazing. I'm thrilled for you and happy that it happened so quickly.

Ditto on Ben Staad's thoughts.

Damn, Lucky-Ass Bastard!!!! I do all the 'Whoring" and he does all the "Winning"!!!!! LOL LOL LOL

J/K Couldn't have gone to a nicer fellow!!!!!! :thumbsup::thumbsup:

[Shannon]

It is one of the universe's known laws that whores don't win.

[Merlin1958]

It is one of the universe's known laws that whores don't win.


Alas, sad, but true!!! :cry::cry::cry:


Well Hell, it's a great cause and in memory of so many good souls!!!! "Cook" is the best of course!!!!

[Cook]

Not a big deal but..
Here's my King swivel head w/Faithful

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1477.jpg

Early Fathers day present. (Best - middle, Shadows - right)

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1407.jpg

To Ben Staad, Garrell, Stockerlone, Bad Penny, Shannon & Merlin1958
Thank you for the recognition & kind words on the "Grand Prize TWTTK"

[Ben Staad]

Very nice addition! Congrats on the Fathers Day gift.

[Merlin1958]

Very, very nice!!!!

[TwistedNadine]

Congrats Cook. Ive been wanting one of those. Havent pulled the trigger cause of the recent RBR event - need to replenish funds. Very glad you got your favorite number!

[Bad Penny]

Grand entry into the charts !!!! Love that cover art :drool:

[biomieg]

Great new acquisitions, Richard. I'm especially jealous of the Cthulhu book!

[Ben Staad]

Great new acquisitions, Richard. I'm especially jealous of the Cthulhu book!

Me too! I have always drooled over that book (:emot-cthulhu:) for some unknown reason. I love it. The Skeleton Crew looks like its in awesome condition. Mine looks like it has been read a thousand times...probably because it has.

[WeDealInLead]

Those look great. Are there stories by King in those anthologies?

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I like that SKELETON CREW postcard and photo.

[Brice]

I don't think it even needs saying that I love the cthulhu, but screw it...I love the cthulhu. :D Actually since I love anthologies I like them both quite a lot. SK I am reading now. Very nice sir!

[TwistedNadine]

Wonderful additions, Cook! I also have had a hard time finding a mint Skeleton Crew - still looking actually. Congrats!

[Jimimck]

I discovered the other day that my Skeleton Crew (which is far from fine in the first place) isn't even a 1st edition! So I like yours even more now....

[Shannon]

Two S/Ls I want ... Love it! :)

[Brice]

Very awesome! :D

[Bad Penny]

Fan-freaking-tastic, love 'em !!!!! :excited:

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nicely displayed!

Does a little mechanical Stephen King come out of that house and tell you to go away, this is private property?

[Garrell]

Love that stuff:)

[Merlin1958]

Shout out to biomieg, Ben Staad, Brice, ur2nd.. Twisted.. & the LeadDealer for the nod.

Here are some new items (to me) I received earlier this year.
Both of the "It & It art portfolio" are numbered #79
The Regulators is "Not", but I'm more than pleased with it just the same.

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/regulatorssl002.jpg?t=1343496480

Very FREAKING AWESOME!!!!


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[Captain Hollister]

Great Collection Cook, so much to admire from the 79's to the personally inscribed TWTTKH to the lovely crisp first editions.

Awesome.

I have a spare US Thinner belly band somewhere, if you are interested I'll dig it out.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I'm glad I was there when THE TALISMAN, etc. were released and could pick through them at the bookstore for a mint copy, but I'd rather be younger and searching for them. That's a great looking THE TALISMAN.

[Jack Mort]

Thanks for the nice comments everyone.
Here's another one "I've" had trouble finding in excellent condition. (got this last week)
"US Talisman" this one is excellent, any spots you see are brodart reflection.
Even the white line at the top is brodart reflection, I'm really happy with this one.

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/talisman001.jpg?t=1344098067
http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/talismanspine001.jpg?t=1344374802

These are beautiful books.

[Cook]

Here are my Tommy's w/publishers letter, 2 Gold, 1 Red.
(got lucky.. tough to find w/no gold flaking)

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_14221.jpg

Thanks to all who commented from my last "collection" post, it's always nice when people notice.

[Brice]

Those are lovely copies.

[Bad Penny]

Pristine virginal copies - just lovely :biggrin:

[Merlin1958]

Ahhh, we always notice when you post to your collection, Rich!!!!


Awesome edition addition!!!!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

THE TALISMAN is a great read, and a nice looking addition to your collection.

[Stockerlone]

THE TALISMAN looks Perfekt !!!:clap:

[EXPLORER]

As usual..... always the best quality for your collection... Admirable addition.

[TwistedNadine]

Very Nice addition
btw I agree, doesnt seem to be much out there just lately

[Cook]

Picked up another trade ed. "My Pretty Pony" (Never read this story)
The price was crazy cheap, so what the hell.

Twisted.. I did find something I do not have, coming next month (from a good friend & DTOrger)
EXPLORER, Stockerlone, ur2nd, Merlin, Bad Penny, Jack Mort & Brice. Again, thanks for the awesome comments.
Captain Hollister, thanks for the belly band, just gotta figure out how to put it on correctly.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_14431.jpg

[Ben Staad]

Very nice looking book. I didn't realize it was so tall. Excellent!

[Merlin1958]

Picked up a new trade ed. "My Pretty Pony" (Never read this story)
The price was crazy cheap, so what the hell.

Twisted.. I did find something I do not have, coming next month (from a good friend & DTOrger)
EXPLORER, Stockerlone, ur2nd, Merlin, Bad Penny, Jack Mort & Brice. Again, thanks for the awesome comments.
Captain Hollister, thanks for the belly band, just gotta figure out how to put it on correctly.

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/pp1.jpg?t=1349628953

Here's a size comparison (Huge)

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/pp2.jpg?t=1349629198

You are VERY welcome!!! AWESOME collection, dude!!!

[Garrell]

Nice Pony:)

[Shannon]

I hate that fucking book. Not your book of course, but the book in general. Probably one of my very least favorite Stephen King items that I own. But congrats! :)

[Bad Penny]

Off to the knackery with the pony then, aye Shannon? :cry:

Never mind Cook, I'll appreciate it enough for us both :P

[Jimimck]

I think the book is awesome. The story - not so much.

[Shannon]

My Pretty Pony is the most oversized and overly produced bad short story I've ever seen. And don't even get me started on the S/L, even King dislikes it ("overdesigned"). Yuck. :)

[WeDealInLead]

It has an indie look to it. I dig it.

[Merlin1958]

I kinda like it too!!! Especially since it was a Fund Raising tool. Guess I'm partial to that sort or thing. Who would have thought? LOL

[Merlin1958]

Some of our newer members may be good candidates? POTR is a great idea!!!

[Joe315]

I'd be in for the POTR program but I don't know that I have anything here people would like or that I'd be able to give up easily. I'm sort of attached to my stuff in a don't touch them or you'll lose a hand sort of way. :belial:

[Dolso]

Hey All collectors!
Wanted to let you know that I've been officially invited to the "pass it on program" and have accepted the challenge of finding a new recipient after myself.... Is anybody who has NOT yet received pass it on books and is interested in playing the game please respond by posting or even better PM me your avatar name.
I have some seriously cool shit to pass on !!

Cook

Sure - I'm game - sounds like fun! (as long as nobody puts me on some list if I break the rules!! :confused: )! :biggrin:

[Merlin1958]

Hey All collectors!
Wanted to let you know that I've been officially invited to the "pass it on program" and have accepted the challenge of finding a new recipient after myself.... Is anybody who has NOT yet received pass it on books and is interested in playing the game please respond by posting or even better PM me your avatar name.
I have some seriously cool shit to pass on !!

Cook

Does the Haven Fund Whore count? We're always open to quality donations!!!!


Sorry Rich, but it is my "Job" to ask!!! LOL LOL

[Shannon]

The items in the Pass On The Read program don't have to be expensive or rare, just send something you think the next person would enjoy.

I've received:
1) a proof of The Best American Short Stories: 2007
2) a UK Under The Dome paperback
3) and a package of awesome items: Joe Hill's The Cape hardcover graphic novel, Blood In Your Ears S/L chapbook signed by Kevin Quigley, a Scarface graphic novel comic signed by the main writer, a four author S/L chapbook called Blood Splattered & Politically Incorrect (signed by Del James, Brian Keene, Thomas F. Monteleone, and Lee Thomas)

I've sent:
1) a Dark Tower VII proof
2) a The Waste Lands S/L portfolio signed by Ned Dameron
3) and two starter proofs (Rose Madder & Bag Of Bones)

[Merlin1958]

I was the recipient of Shannon's Wastelands portfolio, but I guess I was angling on the behalf of the HF 2013. You do what you feel is right and I am more than cool with that!!! Can't blame a "whore" for trying, right? LOL LOL

[Shannon]

Bill, I think you might have the item sent mistaken, lol. :)

[Merlin1958]

Bill, I think you might have the item sent mistaken, lol. :)

Does it really matter? POTR is a really good thing and I have more than championed it to multiple members!! Sorry if memory doesn't serve!! Do you have an "OY"?


http://imageshack.us/a/img6/3965/003lmp.jpg

[Bad Penny]

Hmm, maybe not ... but I know someone that may have an Oy or two up their sleeve :unsure:

[Shannon]

It's OK, I'll refresh your memory. I sent you a DT VII proof, and you loved it. You said "Shannon, you're my best friend and when I die you can have my whole SK collection." :)

I want an Oy!

[Merlin1958]

It's OK, I'll refresh your memory. I sent you a DT VII proof, and you loved it. You said "Shannon, you're my best friend and when I die you can have my whole SK collection." :)

I want an Oy!

Oh yes!! I remember now!!! That was a seriously nice pick up and thanks again, Shannon!!!

I POTR as a SOP, but love the fact that it has an official name and program. It is truly a unique character (?) of this community and I think the world in general could benefit greatly from this type of thing!!!

Now, my apologies to Rich for digressing into off topic discussion in his thread!!! Feel free to take up the conversation in my Collection thread.

Awesome Collection and Awesome person, Rich!!!

:clap::clap::clap:

[Ben Staad]

Holy smokes! Great looking book and congrats.

[biomieg]

Congratulations with another flawless pride & joy!

[Jimimck]

Nice one!

[Stockerlone]

An amazing new acquisition. Congrats !!!

[Bad Penny]

Absolutely fantastic addition, congratulations !!!! :nana:

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice, now you can put it in the closet with the rest of the skeletons.

[Merlin1958]

Big time Congrats on the SC!!! One of my "Holy Grail" S/L!!!!!!


Way to go my brotha from anotha Motha!!!!

:clap::clap::clap:

[Garrell]

Very nice add:rock:

[Cook]

Thanks guys, appreciate the nice comments

Thought I'd share my "Chucks"

All are 1st/1st.
Collection for the most part is now complete. (photo updated 01/12/19)

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/IMG_0922_crop.jpg

True 1st/1st trade ed's of Fight Club w/signed Pursuit of Happiness (first occurrence of fight club story)
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1458.jpg

http://wwww.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1457.jpg

http://wwww.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1456.jpg

[TwistedNadine]

Excellent, Cook. Congrats on all.

[Garrell]

His other books good?

[Bad Penny]

One those authors I keep "meaning" to read "one day" - nice set Cook :smile:

[Bad Penny]

Very nice pair Cook (and well done James - keeping the POTR dream alive) :rock:

[Jimimck]

Glad to see they arrived safe and sound.
Cheers ears.

[biomieg]

Nice! I have a lonely 1st state UK Rose Madder (scarce, with different endpapers/inner DJ flaps) in awesome condition for sale... it could keep this copy company... I'm just saying!

[biomieg]

I don't so I may be making a fool out of myself ;) but I'm assuming yours is the more common state. I don't have access to my books right now but I believe that the more common state has illustrated endpapers, while the copy I have for sale has black endpapers/pastedowns plus a slightly different DJ - it may be the other way around but either way, I know that I have the scarcest one left.

[Merlin1958]

2 UK's I received from jimimck in the POTR program (I believe still running around the DT family somewhere)
Hopefully this program continues on, it was fun.
James, Thank you very much for your generosity.

Twisted, Garrell & BP, thanks for the previous nice comments.
Garrell.. I've actually only read fight club. (the others are all signed 1st/1st)

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/UKRose2ndstate001.jpg?t=1357051402

Very nice, Rich!! That POTR was a great idea!!! I think Ralph (Mulleins) started it?

[Cook]

Night Shift 1st/1st US trade ed. (N.S.) $8.95 S52
I've been looking for a nice condition copy for over ten years,
Spent a hundred more than I intended but this is unread, tight binding
(reflection on the bro-dart gives it a splotchy look)


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1498.jpg

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1500.JPG

[WeDealInLead]

I like it. It seems to be in really nice condition too.

[Bad Penny]

Most excellent addition mate - another one crossed off the list :D

[Jimimck]

Great looking copy!

[Brice]

Congratulations! :D It looks beautiful.

[Dan]

Outstanding!

[cit74]

very nice looking book

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Very nice. I also like that COLORADO KID next to it.

[Cook]

Here is my Joyland set, 1st/1st trade on the right is shrinkwrapped


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_14541.jpg

http://wwww.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1455.jpg





Very nice. I also like that COLORADO KID next to it.

Thanks, I was lucky to get #79 on Colorado Kid:)
Also shown, S/L'd #8 Potter signature (artist ed)

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1446.jpg

http://wwww.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1444.jpg

Also, thanks to: ur2ndbiggestfan, Alan G, Garrell & biomieg for the nice comments.

[The Library Policeman]

The Night Shift looks in great condition. Congratulations!

[Merlin1958]

Congrats!!! Got a case for it? LOL LOL LOL

[Garrell]

Drool...very nice:)

[biomieg]

I love it. One of the hardest to find in great condition!

[Merlin1958]

Very nice!!! Great that you were able to get your "number"!!!!!


:clap::clap::clap:

[Stockerlone]

One more #79 for you, CONGRATS !!!

[Jimimck]

Awesome pal, nice to see you adding #79!

[Bad Penny]

Excellent stuff Richard - brilliant that you've added another # 79 brick in the wall !!! :smile:

[The Library Policeman]

Congrats on the new #79. :clap:

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Nice. And just remember, seventy nine backwards is enin ytneves.

[WeDealInLead]

Really cool collection. It's in my Top 10 on this board.

[TwistedNadine]

Excellent collection Cook. I dont always respond but I do always look.

[Rachel Readman]

You're very kind and VERY welcome!! Your collection looks a lot better with another #79 in it too, all the best Rich.

Rachel

[carlosdetweiller]

Congrats! I'd keep it. It looks like it is in really good shape.

[The Library Policeman]

Congratulations, Richard. Looks in beautiful condition.

[Merlin1958]

One of my latest acquisitions, pretty decent copy overall.
I haven't completely decided if i'm going to keep this. (not really in my collecting niche)
Also, thank you to: Rachel Readman, TwistedNadine, WeDealInLead, ur2ndbiggestfan, Alan G, Bad Penny, Jimimck, Stockerlone & Merlin1958 for the very nice "Joyland" comments.

Startling Mystery "The Glass Floor"

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/photo_zps358ce73f.jpg

For future reference, I prefer to be listed before, Alan G, as he is a "Wee Scottish bastard". "Bad Penny" and "Jimimck" is a toss-up. LOL LOL


You are very welcome!!!

[The Library Policeman]

:lol:

[Jimimck]

For future reference, I prefer to be listed before, Alan G, as he is a "Wee Scottish bastard". "Bad Penny" and "Jimimck" is a toss-up. LOL LOL

Bill would prefer age before beauty :biggrin:

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Oh - I like that magazine! Had my greedy little hands on one once but the seller couldn't decide on a price!

[Garrell]

That is an awesome add to your collection and you should keep it!!!

[Bad Penny]

That is an awesome add to your collection and you should keep it!!!

Ditto Richard - great score :smile:

[webstar1000]

wow... so it can be done.... Thanks for this thread!

[Merlin1958]

wow... so it can be done.... Thanks for this thread!

You can view all the various collections here: http://www.thedarktower.org/palaver/forumdisplay.php?111-Collections


Absolutely ALL, are encouraged to post their individual collections for everyone to admire and view. That means you too, Mister!!

Pardon the interruption, Rich!!

[Ben Eads]

Very nice collection!

[Cook]

The caricature of the band was created in 2003 by Pulitzer Prize-winning cartoonist David Horsey and is signed by members;
Stephen King, Amy Tan, Dave Barry, Scott Turow, Mitch Albom, Greg Iles, Matt Groening, Roy Blount Jr., James McBride, Ridley Pearson, Sam Barry and Kathi Kamen Goldmark.
The image is approximately 11 x 17 inches and printed on archival stock, floating mount, UV museum glass, final size 18" x 24"


http://wwww.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1453.jpg


Firestarter
At the same time my RBR Litho was in for framing I also had Whelan's Firestarter re-matted & framed.
Unfortunately they made the frame incorrectly the first time.
I acquired this over 10 years ago directly from Whelan's retail site (Glass onion I believe)
The image is an approximately 11" x 14" photo stock, double mated, UV museum glass, final size 19" x 23"
Both will hang in my home/office once it's completed.


http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1441.jpg

Thank you to Alan G, Dan, Jimimck, Biomieg, ur2ndbiggestfan, Garrell, merlin1958 & Bad Penny for the nice comments.

[Dan]

Looks great framed!

[Merlin1958]

Nice, Richard!!!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

I like that lithograph. There's only one person on it who I do not like. It's not King or Groening, those guys rock!

[Jimimck]

Very cool!

[Bad Penny]

The frame and matting you chose compliment the lithograph perfectly Richard (can you come over and consult on some of mine sometime??) :smile:

[biomieg]

Very nice, Richard. And good to see you posting again!

[carlosdetweiller]

Really like the Firestarter litho. Is it an "AP" or artist proof? Also interesting because he signed it on the left side. Most (all?) of the ones I have seen he has signed on the right side. Good job on the framing!

[biomieg]

Great artwork, nicely complemented by the framing.

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

That's a nice litho, but it just burns me up to see it!

[Dan]

I like the look of the framing. The art is kinda cool too! :)

[harrison ryan]

Beautiful!

[The Library Policeman]

That looks stunning, Mr Cook :)

[Ben Staad]

Very nice job with that piece. Love the color on the frame and think it works well with the print.

[Ben Eads]

Firestarter
At the same time my RBR Litho was in for framing I was have my Michael Whelan's Firestarter re-matted & framed.
Unfortunately they made the frame incorrectly the first time.
I acquired this over 10 years ago directly from Whelan's retail site (Glass onion I believe)
The image is an approximately 11" x 14" photo stock, double mated, UV museum glass, final size 19" x 23"
This also will hang in my home/office once it's completed.

Thank you to Dan, ur2ndbiggestfan, Jimimck, Bad Penny & Biomieg for commenting on my RBR post.

http://i1224.photobucket.com/albums/ee373/richardcook59/photo_zpscef773bb.jpg

Awesome find! I love Whelan's work and Glass Onion.

[Randall Flagg]

Great job on the RBR and Firestarter framing. You've inspired me to get off my arse and get my RBR framed.

[TwistedNadine]

Both look excellent Cook! Very nice job.
Glad to have helped with the RBR litho. I really love the texture and weight of the paper they used for that. No expert but Im going to guess its a linen of some kind.
Just wish the band name was on there somewhere.

[Cook]

This is my primary Double Day + shelve, it's missing my other copy of "The Stand", still need some rearranging in order to fit.
http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/IMG_1333.jpg

[herbertwest]

What's next to Cujo?

[MikeDuke]

Wow. I just spent sometime going through your thread. It is absolutely amazing. You have wonderful books in fantastic condition. Plus the dedication to the number 79 is really impressive. I am in the part of my collecting where I want to find F\F copies of the early Double Day books. I already have them all but not in the best shape. Your DT books are also fantastic. You should be proud of this collection. I think you looked at my collection a while ago but a lot has changed. I wish you luck in your continued collecting.

[Brian861]

Awesome to see all the classics lined up together.

[herbertwest]

Thanks for the reply!

[HONKYTONKSMASH]

Looks fantastic, Richard. :thumbsup:

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Confucius say, "Move Buddha to fit Stand."

[webstar1000]

Damm those Doubledays ARE MINT!

[Cook]

MikeDuke, Brian861, herbertwest, HONKYTONKMASH, ur2ndbiggestfan & Webstar1000, Thanks for the kind words.

My Dead Zones 1st/1st trade editions.
Review Copy slip was originally dated August 16, 1979, then marked out with pen, replaced in pen the 30th.

http://www.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_13391.jpg

http://wwww.thedarktower.org/gallery/data/500/medium/IMG_1336.jpg

[MikeDuke]

I have first with a review slip as well, but not signed. They all look great.

[becca69]

Nice!

[ur2ndbiggestfan]

Love THE DEAD ZONEs, they look good together.

[Brian861]

Those TDZs are cherry!

[peripheral]

Awesome frame on that Firestarter... And those Dead Zones are killer. What a lovely signature..

[Brian861]

Both look great!